Ispaghula husk Prescribing at MEVAGISSEY SURGERY

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

4,260

NHS Cost

£737

vs National Avg

-45.3%

MEVAGISSEY SURGERY prescribed 72 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £737 to the NHS. This is 45.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	72
Total Quantity	4,260
Total NHS Cost	£737
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-45.3%

Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison

This practice	72 items
National average per practice	132 items
Difference	-45.3% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.